Late start 3.30ish but crag got quieter as a result. Headed for tree on 1st pitch to build anchor from "root & nut" as per guide but forgot Caroline had said 5 metres to right of tree. Ended up using both anchor points to stop any drag of the traverse (next time go right). Lovely climb and great day.

with Caroline

Late start 3.30ish but crag got quieter as a result. Headed for tree on 1st pitch to build anchor from "root & nut" as per guide but forgot Caroline had said 5 metres to right of tree. Ended up using both anchor points to stop any drag of the traverse (next time go right). Lovely climb and great day.

Climbed on a Plas Y Brenin Rock Improver course. Practicing use of double ropes with Luke and Laura. Went up last on first pitch taking out protection. Followed second on the second pitch.
Heavens opened on the second pitch with thunder, lightening and hail. Decided to call it a day. Lowered Laura then Luke set up an abseil. He abseiled down and I came last.
Rock was grippy to start even when wet but then the route just ended up near on a waterfall. Eventful. Nice crag though.

with Luke Brooks / Plas Y Brenin

Climbed on a Plas Y Brenin Rock Improver course. Practicing use of double ropes with Luke and Laura. Went up last on first pitch taking out protection. Followed second on the second pitch.
Heavens opened on the second pitch with thunder, lightening and hail. Decided to call it a day. Lowered Laura then Luke set up an abseil. He abseiled down and I came last.
Rock was grippy to start even when wet but then the route just ended up near on a waterfall. Eventful. Nice crag though.

First ever multipitch. Parts of this climb live up to it's name following rain, particularly the mossy start and the crack on the final pitch. Chose the wrong point for the 2nd belay, should be to the right of the dead tree, not on it.

First ever multipitch. Parts of this climb live up to it's name following rain, particularly the mossy start and the crack on the final pitch. Chose the wrong point for the 2nd belay, should be to the right of the dead tree, not on it.

Lovely line. Stances were large and comfortable for three. First two pitches were lovely and simple. P3 required a smidgen of confidence on the slab above gear and P4 has a crux (but well protected) move to 'enter' the narrow chimney feature.

Lovely line. Stances were large and comfortable for three. First two pitches were lovely and simple. P3 required a smidgen of confidence on the slab above gear and P4 has a crux (but well protected) move to 'enter' the narrow chimney feature.

I lead with Nick seconding. Belayed next to the Rowan on a small ledge instead traversing underneath it at the top of P2. I wasn't a fan of the combination of small hand holds and a big run-out on the slab.

with Nick (Traws)

I lead with Nick seconding. Belayed next to the Rowan on a small ledge instead traversing underneath it at the top of P2. I wasn't a fan of the combination of small hand holds and a big run-out on the slab.

Three pitch climb, second was the most interesting. With PYB, trainee mountain instructor Penny and another mock student Connie. Enjoyed the day was pretty easy going for me, due to this being the first climb for 3 months a little tender this morning lol

Three pitch climb, second was the most interesting. With PYB, trainee mountain instructor Penny and another mock student Connie. Enjoyed the day was pretty easy going for me, due to this being the first climb for 3 months a little tender this morning lol